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Grammy-winning musician Ricky Kej and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kailash Satyarthi have joined forces for 'GANDHI--Mantras of Compassion,' a musical tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. The album features over 200 artists worldwide, blending Gandhi’s teachings with original compositions. It emerged from their 2024 concert tour supporting Satyarthi’s global compassion initiative. The album releases on July 14, aiming to reignite Gandhi’s timeless message of peace.

Key Points: Ricky Kej and Kailash Satyarthi Release Gandhi Tribute Album

  • Features 200+ global artists
  • Blends Gandhi's ideals with original compositions
  • Supports Satyarthi’s compassion movement
  • Releases worldwide on July 14
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Grammy winner Ricky Kej collaborates with Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kailash Sathyarthi for 'GANDHI--Mantras of Compassion' music album

Grammy winner Ricky Kej and Nobel laureate Kailash Satyarthi collaborate on 'GANDHI--Mantras of Compassion,' a global musical homage to Mahatma Gandhi.

"Mahatma Gandhi inspired generations of changemakers, from Martin Luther King Jr. to Nelson Mandela. This album is our humble offering to keep that flame alive. – Ricky Kej"

New Delhi, June 24

Grammy Award winner Ricky Kej, Masa Takumi, BRIT Award-nominated cellist Tina Guo, and Nobel Prize Laureate Kailash Satyarthi collaborate for the album 'GANDHI--Mantras of Compassion', a musical tribute to the life and ideals of Mahatma Gandhi.

The musical album assembles the voices and talents of over 200 artists worldwide to highlight Gandhi's philosophy of non-violence, peace, tolerance and environmental consciousness through music.

According to the press note shared by the album 'GANDHI' makers, the album is expected to serve as a poignant reminder that Gandhi's message remains as urgent and necessary today as ever.

"Mahatma Gandhi inspired generations of changemakers, from Martin Luther King Jr. to Nelson Mandela. This album is our humble offering to keep that flame alive. Music has the power to transcend boundaries, just as Gandhi's message did," said Ricky Kej as quoted in a press note.

Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi, whose life's work has focused on children's rights and peace, lends his voice and vision to the project. His collaboration underscores the album's deeper mission to awaken global consciousness through art.

"Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated on January 30th 1948. But the assassin did not know that some people never die. Gandhi is indeed one of them. His life lessons are universal and timeless. Gandhi will continue to guide us beyond geography, and through the ages," said Kailash Satyarthi as quoted in a press note.

Music album 'GANDHI' marks a unique collaboration between a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and a GRAMMY Award Winner.

In the album's trailer description, the Grammy Award-winning musician Ricky Kej revealed the story behind his collaboration with the Nobel Prize Laureate Kailash Satyarthi.

The musician and Nobel Prize Laureate's collaboration started in 2024 when the duo attended a four-city concert tour across India.

"In 2024, Grammy-winning musician Ricky Kej embarked on a meaningful collaboration with Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kailash Satyarthi on a four-city concert tour across India. The tour raised funds for Satyarthi's "Satyarthi Movement for Global Compassion," a global initiative that champions compassion as a driving force for justice, equality, peace, and sustainability, as written in the trailer's description.

It further read, "This shared respect sparked the idea for the album "Gandhi - Mantras of Compassion," a new-age musical tribute that would blend melodies beloved by Gandhi with original compositions inspired by his timeless ideals. To bring this vision to life, Ricky collaborated with over 200 musicians from more than 40 countries, including dear friends Tina Guo, a Chinese-American virtuoso cellist, and Masa Takumi, a Grammy Award-winning shamisen player from Japan. The result is a truly global musical homage to one of humanity's greatest leaders."

Take a look at the trailer of the music album here,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWZDg10YDxM

The 'GANDHI--Mantras of Compassion' will release on July 14.

- ANI

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Priya K.
What a beautiful initiative! 🇮🇳 Ricky Kej always finds meaningful ways to blend music with social messages. Gandhiji's principles are more relevant than ever in today's divided world. Can't wait to listen to this global collaboration!
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Arjun S.
While I appreciate the effort, I wonder if such projects actually create real change or just remain feel-good exercises. We need action along with music to truly honor Gandhi's legacy. That said, the concept is innovative.
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Neha P.
So proud to see Indian artists leading such global collaborations! 🎶 The fact that they've involved 200 artists from 40 countries shows how Gandhi's message truly transcends borders. This is exactly the kind of soft power India needs to showcase.
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Rahul M.
Interesting concept but I hope they don't dilute Gandhi's teachings to make them more palatable for Western audiences. His philosophy was deeply rooted in Indian context - hope that essence isn't lost in this "new-age" interpretation.
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Shweta T.
Just watched the trailer - goosebumps! The fusion of traditional Indian sounds with global instruments is magical ✨ Perfect way to introduce Gandhi's ideals to younger generations who might not read his books but will definitely listen to music.
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Vikram J.
Great to see Satyarthi ji involved - his work with children's rights aligns perfectly with Gandhi's vision. Maybe they could tie this to educational programs in schools? That would make the impact more lasting beyond just the music.

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